Central World

#Bangkok – The new skywalk, built over the crowded sidewalk of Ratchadamri Road outside Central World Shopping Mall, opened yesterday to facilitate pedestrians who just want to walk — not shop for sunglasses or buy fried chicken on the street.

The new skywalk, called “Bangkok Skyline,” starts on Ratchadamri Road and stretches all the way to Novotel Bangkok Hotel and Platinum Shopping Mall. The skywalk was built because the roadside down below is currently overflowing with street vendors, causing heavy pedestrian congestion every night.

The congestion only gets worse once you have to squeeze through the tiny bridge above Saen Saeb canal, which is also occupied by hawkers and beggars.

The new skywalk also is directly linked with the second floor of Platinum — a famous stop for those who love affordable clothes.

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One of the top picks in Bangkok. The luxurious Centara Grand At CentralWorld is located in Pathumwan, a 10-minute stroll from Chidlom BTS Skytrain Station. Big on Thai hospitality, it offers an outdoor pool and 9 dining options. Free WiFi is available throughout.

Centara Grand CentralWorld is only one km from MBK Shopping Centre and Siam Paragon. Suvarnabhumi Airport is about 23 km from the hotel. For guests who drive, parking is free.

Lined with clear floor-to-ceiling windows, rooms at Centara Grand are elegantly decorated with soothing colours. Each is equipped with a flat-screen TV and personal safe. The spacious bathrooms come with a bathtub and bathrobes.

The award-winning Spa Cenvaree provides private massage rooms and pampering spa pools. Guests may also enjoy a game of tennis or exercise at the fitness centre.

Uno Mas and Red Sky Bar enjoy sky-high views of Bangkok City. Other dining options include Ginger Japanese Restaurant, The World International Restaurant and Zing Café. Cocktails and fruit juice can be enjoyed at the hotel’s 4 bars.

Pathumwan is a great choice for travellers interested in shopping for clothes, shopping and food.